Forklift-Eligible: Entry-Level Manufacturing Operator

Kimberly-Clark; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) and Profit-Sharing plan

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is hiring for a manufacturing role in New Milford, CT, focused on maintaining equipment used in production, packaging and distribution. The position requires the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and overtime, and to pass pre-employment screenings.

Starting hourly wage listed, with full benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of related experience or military

Qualifications

• Are 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• A state and/or US Department of Education accredited high school diploma, GED Grade 12 certificate.
• 1 year of continuous work experience or equivalent Military training/education.
• Ability to drive a forklift or learn how to operate it as well as industrial tractors/paddle/clamps.
• Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Are able to maintain a work schedule of 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Can pass a pre-employment assessment and a pre-employment drug + background screening.
• Can pass post-offer / pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Can work in job areas that may experience extremes of temperatures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kimberly-Clark is hiring for a manufacturing role in New Milford, CT, focused on maintaining equipment used in production, packaging and distribution. The position requires the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and overtime, and to pass pre-employment screenings.

Starting hourly wage listed, with full benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of related experience or military